Fender Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster Journeyman Aged Nocaster Blonde (638)

A Fender Custom Shop 1951 Telecaster Journeyman Relic that captures the raw, no-frills spirit of the original Nocaster era—built for tone, feel, and attitude above all else. Finished in Aged Nocaster Blonde over a lightweight, off-center 2-piece ash body, this guitar is incredibly resonant with a lively acoustic response that translates effortlessly when plugged in. The thin lacquer finish and Journeyman Relic treatment give it the look and feel of a well-loved original, complete with subtle wear, dirty checking, and vintage character.

The rift sawn maple neck features a substantial ‘51 “U” profile, delivering that unmistakable early-’50s grip while remaining comfortable and broken-in. Paired with a compound 7.25"–12" radius and narrow tall frets, it blends vintage feel with modern playability—perfect for both chord work and expressive lead playing.

At the heart of the tone are hand-wound ‘51 Nocaster pickups, offering everything you’d expect from a great blackguard: punchy lows, cutting highs, and a dynamic midrange that responds beautifully to pick attack. The 51 Mod wiring adds versatility while staying true to the original character, making this Tele equally at home for clean twang, gritty blues, or driven rock tones.

Vintage-style hardware, brass saddles, and classic appointments round out the build, while the lightweight body and resonant construction make this one of those guitars you feel immediately. A true player’s Tele with Custom Shop pedigree—built to inspire from the first note.

Model: 1951 Telecaster Journeyman Relic (51 Nocaster)
Body Wood: Ash (Off-Center 2-Piece)
Body Style: 51 Nocaster
Body Finish: Lacquer
Color: Aged Nocaster Blonde
Weight: Sorted for Lightweight
Body Notes: No Grainfill/Sealer | Seam on Treble Side | Dirty Checking
Neck Shape: 1951 “U”
Neck Wood: Rift Sawn Maple
Neck Finish: Medium Tint Nitrocellulose
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"–12" Compound
Frets: 21 | Narrow Tall (6105)
Neck Depth: .845"–.900"
Nut Width: 1.650"
Nut: Bone
Side Dots: Micarta Black .332"
Headstock: Vintage Fender Tele Decal
Bridge: Vintage Tele 51–54 Style w/ Brass Saddles
Tuners: Vintage Fender Logo Relic
Neck Plate: Vintage Tele Relic
Hardware Type: Chrome/Nickel
Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound '51 Nocaster
Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound '51 Nocaster
Controls: 51 Mod Nocaster Wiring | 3-Way Switch
Pickguard: 51 Nocaster Relic
Strings: .010–.046
Case: Fender Custom Shop Tweed Case